UK and Mauritius near Chagos Islands resolution, says Burnham

independent.co.uk

UK government minister Andy Burnham said a resolution on the Chagos Islands with Mauritius is possible, though no deal is currently in place. He pledged to work toward an agreement while stressing the importance of the Diego Garcia military base. The UK's plan to cede sovereignty of the territory while retaining the base was paused after opposition from the Trump administration. Burnham committed to working with Mauritius and the US to find a way forward. Burnham spoke ahead of a meeting with President Trump at the UN General Assembly, where UK and Mauritian foreign ministers are also expected to meet to strengthen bilateral relations.


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